Master of Economic Geology

This is a specialised Masters degree course in Economic Geology specifically designed for industry and government geologists.

It is the nucleus of the postgraduate teaching program at the ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits (CODES) and forms part of the National Minerals Geoscience Masters Program.The course is usually only offered on a part-time, external basis.

Only students that can provide evidence of financial and logistical support, and provide a research proposal will be considered for full-time admission.

Students that are considering taking the course on a full-time basis must contact the program co-ordinator, Dr Rob Scott to discuss their plans.

The Master of Economic Geology is a coursework master degree.

The course can be completed in either of 2 options (both totalling 200 points).

Option 1

Six units of coursework and 2 thesis units (a minimum of 4 units and 2 thesis units must be completed at the University of Tasmania).

Option 2

Eight units of coursework (a minimum of 4 units must be completed at the University of Tasmania).

Students complete 8 units overall for 200 total credit points. Students must choose at least one from a set of 5 units (Schedule Part A) in order to meet CLO3, and then choose other (Schedule Part B) as appropriate depending on if they choose option 1 or option 2.